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CSU Northridge to Test UCLA's Strengths in Matchup on Pauley Pavilion

Game time: December 19, 2023 at 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Pauley Pavilion — Los Angeles, CA

Article updated Dec 19, 1:18 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Cal State Northridge looks to capitalize on their current streak when they travel to Pauley Pavilion to face off against the UCLA Bruins. The Bruins are in a slump, being two

Game outlook

Cal State Northridge looks to capitalize on their current streak when they travel to Pauley Pavilion to face off against the UCLA Bruins. The Bruins are in a slump, being two games in the negative following their defeat at the hands of the Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday, and have lost three of their last four. Cal State Northridge, however, is riding a two-game winning streak, having defeated the Utah Tech Trailblazers last Monday, and hopes to increase their overall win total to seven with a win against UCLA. Both teams are injury-free at the moment; only UCLA's F Berke Buyuktuncel is listed as doubtful.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Matadors +1,500 | Bruins -10,000

Spread: Matadors +17.5 (-110) | Bruins -17.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 138 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UCLA will win straight-up is 99%.

CSU Northridge Matadors

Cal State Northridge is hitting 47.9% (59th) of their field goals, 68.0% (271st) of their free throws, and 30.8% (283rd) of their three pointers while averaging 45 rebounds per game. De'Sean Allen-Eikens and Dionte Bostick are the leading scorers for the Matadors with 19.9 and 15.4 points per game respectively. They are both shooting 37.9% or higher from three-point land. The Matadors are held opponents to an average of 69.3 points per game, allowing 38.8% (28th) field goal shooting percentage and 30.0% (73rd) three point shooting percentage. The Matadors have a power ranking of 138 and are 7-3 (7-1 ATS) this season.

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UCLA Bruins Analysis

The UCLA Bruins are currently ranked 241 in the NCAA Power Rankings and 96th in offense, scoring an average of 68.1 points per game. They have a 43.8% overall field goal shooting percentage, with Adem Bona's 57.5% leading the pack. They shoot 30.6% from three-point territory and are ranked 286th. Sebastian Mack holds the most points per game at 13.7, with Dylan Andrews leading in assists with an average of 4.1 per contest. UCLA is one of the best in defense, holding opponents to an average of 59.7 points per game with an 11th ranked 37.5% field goal shooting percentage, and 46th in three point territory shooting 29.2%. Bona leads in rebounds and blocked shots with an average of 6.3 and 1.6 respectively, and Mack holds the lead in steals with an average of 1.9. UCLA has a 3-5-1 ATS overall and has gone 3-0 in their last 3 matchups against CSU Northridge.

UCLA to Challenge Cal State Northridge with Strong Defense and Tough Schedule

UCLA's defense has been impressive, averaging only 59.7 points per game (sixth best in the country). Their field goal percentage (37.5) ranks 11th best, and their 3-point shooting percentage (29.2) is 46th. Cal State Northridge has shot well from the field (47.9% - 59th in the country), but is sure to be challenged by UCLA's tight defense. Cal State Northridge has opened with a record of 7-3, but their strength of schedule is weaker compared to UCLA's schedule which includes strong teams like Ohio State, Villanova, and Gonzaga. All in all, UCLA's strength of schedule gives them the advantage.

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Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · CSU Northridge Matadors+1,500 → +998Moved
  • Moneyline · UCLA Bruins-10,000 → -1,900Moved
  • Spread · CSU Northridge Matadors+17.5 (-110) → +17.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · UCLA Bruins-17.5 (-110) → -17.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over138 (-110) → 139.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under138 (-110) → 139.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

CSU Northridge Matadors
3-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
UCLA Bruins
2-4 matchup record · 3-6-1 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

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From the published research (2023-12-19T06:18:11.473Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

Cal State Northridge looks to capitalize on their current streak when they travel to Pauley Pavilion to face off against the UCLA Bruins. The Bruins are in a slump, being two games in the negative following their defeat at the hands of the Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday, and have lost three of their last four. Cal State Northridge, however, is riding a two-game winning streak, having defeated the Utah Tech Trailblazers last Monday, and hopes to increase their overall win total to seven with a win against UCLA. Both teams are injury-free at the moment; only UCLA's F Berke Buyuktuncel is listed as doubtful.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

CSU Northridge Matadors defeated UCLA Bruins 76-72

CSU Northridge Matadors defeated UCLA Bruins 76-72 on December 19, 2023, a 4-point decision in the series. CSU Northridge Matadors' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 40-26. Against SportsJaw's recorded CSU Northridge Matadors +17.5 (-110) spread, CSU Northridge Matadors covered, while the 148 combined points finished over the recorded total of 139.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • RcollinsSpread · UCLA Bruins -17.5 (-110)Loss
  • JoeThomasSpread · CSU Northridge Matadors +17.5 (-110)Win
  • SfdanTotal · Under 138.5 (-110)Loss
  • JohnTharpMoneyline · UCLA Bruins -1,900Loss
  • CoolioSpread · CSU Northridge Matadors +17.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Over 139.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · CSU Northridge Matadors +17.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 139.5 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · CSU Northridge Matadors +17.5 (-110)Win